Summary
Mayor Trevino highlighted Laredo's largest-ever water line replacement initiative to replace aging infrastructure and proposed a dedicated utilities app to improve resident notifications during service interruptions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 5
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 14, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Requires funding allocations for infrastructure replacement and potential software or communication tools.
Laredo utility customers will benefit from more reliable water service and more accurate, timely notifications regarding service disruptions.
Residents affected by unexpected water line replacements and construction delays may experience temporary disruptions.
Mentions & discussions (15)
Laredo uses smart hydrants to track water pressure
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo’s utilities department is using smart technology to track water pressure and stop leaks before outages spread.More than 100 “i-hydrants” are monitoring pressure across town in real ...
Laredo studies wastewater reuse as city seeks a more secure water future
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino on Oct. 15, 2026, at the City of Laredo Utilities Department North Laredo Wastewater Treatment Plant Administration Building. David Gomez Jr. /Laredo Morning TimesLaredo is ...
City Council — October 19, 2026
Following a study trip to El Paso and Tucson, council members discussed adopting 'One Water' strategies, water reuse, and conservation frameworks to secure Laredo's long-term water future.
Laredo raises water, sewer rates
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo water and sewer rates increased on Oct. 1.For most homes using up to 2,000 gallons, the new starting price is $14.80 for water plus $15.71 for sewer. That baseline applies even to c...
County project brings drinking water generators to Pct. 2 residents
Pct. 1 Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez and Pct. 2 Commissioner Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina on Sept. 28, 2026, at the Webb County Courthouse. David Gomez Jr. /Laredo Morning TimesMore than 200 underserved Webb County ho...
City of Laredo to launch water outage notification system
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The city of Laredo is developing a new utility notification system that will send water outage alerts by text message and email.Ignacio Juarez said unexpected water outages are a familiar ...
City outlines $1.5M North Laredo Water Pressure Continuity Plan
Workers install a second water valve during a 36-inch water line tie-in on Friday, Sept. 18, as part of the City of Laredo's ongoing water infrastructure improvements. City officials say projects like this are ...
District VII to host Laredo's fourth water, infrastructure town hall
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino on Aug. 11, 2026, at the Barbara Fasken Recreation Center town hall meeting. The city's fourth community meeting on water and infrastructure issues this year will be held Thursda...
City Council — September 21, 2026
The city reviewed water master plan projects and introduced an IT notification app allowing residents to receive text and email alerts about local water main breaks and utility repairs.
City proposes app to alert residents about water outages
District VI Councilmember Dr. Tyler King, District V Councilmember Ruben Gutierrez, and Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino during a special city council session on Sept. 14, 2026, at City Hall. David Gomez Jr. /La...
Laredo Utilities to work on 36-inch water line Thursday afternoon
A Laredo Utilities Department employee monitors a fire hydrant during testing of the city's new 36-inch water line. Utilities completed a five-day trial run Friday and is preparing to begin the project's second...
City Council — September 14, 2026
Mayor Trevino highlighted Laredo's largest-ever water line replacement initiative to replace aging infrastructure and proposed a dedicated utilities app to improve resident notifications during service interruptions.
Laredo plans $119M in water, wastewater projects
City Councilmembers look on at utilities director Tareq Al-Zabet during the city budget utilities department presentation on Aug. 21, 2026, at the Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library. David Gomez Jr. /Laredo Mo...
Utilities leader addresses Laredo water taste, pressure complaints
Utilities leader addresses Laredo water taste, pressure complaints Laredo Morning Times
As drought deepens, $400M water fund could reshape Laredo’s future
As drought deepens, $400M water fund could reshape Laredo’s future Laredo Morning Times
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